Preserves
Jams, spreads, and preserves are a permanent fixture in many consumers’ households. An increased interest in lower sugar recipes, plant-based products, clean labelling, and premiumisation are all influencing current market trends.
Both our HIP pectin and HISTAB carrageenan ranges can add brilliant benefits to recipes.
HIP pectin can produce high-resistance gels and thicken recipes; it works best in low pH recipes. Our HISTAB carrageenan range can enhance mouthfeel and will remain heat stable in hot-filled processes.
However you are looking to support your recipe with functional ingredients, we can help with our HI range, and can share our expertise by providing a bespoke product recommendation to suit your individual needs.
Concerned about clean label? Great alternatives are HISTAB 0705 citrus fibre and seaweed flour.
How our ingredients can help:
Thickening: HIP pectin provides a natural way to thicken and gel preserves, while HISTAB carrageenan enhances viscosity and provides a smooth texture to jams and spreads.
Improved Stability: Both provide stabilisation, preventing separation, maintaining consistency and improving shelf life.
Low Sugar Alternatives: HIP pectin allows for the creation of low-sugar and no-added-sugar recipes, as it can gel with less sugar than traditional methods.
Enhanced Fruit Flavour: HIP pectin preserves the fresh fruit flavour and colour, making the finished product more appealing.
Health Benefits: Pectin is a soluble fibre that has been shown to support digestive health and may help lower cholesterol levels.
Versatility: Carrageenan can be used in various types of products, including dairy and non-dairy spread alternatives. It also remains stable under heat, making it suitable for processing in hot-fill applications.
Natural Sourcing: Pectin is widely considered a clean label product as consumers can recognise it as a cupboard ingredient.
Synergistic Effects: Combined, pectin and carrageenan can enhance texture, stability and flavour, creating a superior product.
Preserves Application |
Our Ingredient Suggestion |
Providing Solutions |
|---|---|---|
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Jam & Marmalade |
Pectin |
Enables a spreadable texture |
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High sugar jams |
Pectin |
Addressing Fat Reduction |
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Low sugar jams |
Carrageenan & Pectin |
Cost-effective |
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